Benefits of a Clean Dryer Vent

• Prevents a fire hazard

• Protection for your property

• Safety for your residents/occupants

• Dryers run more efficiently in regards to energy consumption

• Dirty and clogged vents can also be the breeding ground of bacteria, mold, and mildew

• Multiple dryers sometimes share a common vent which require more regular cleaning

• Residents don’t always clean lint traps

• Animals, birds and insects build nests inside the vent which can block the flow of air

• Resident satisfaction of quicker drying time

Warning Signs That Indicate a Problem with a Dryer Vent

• Drying time in excess of 35-40 minutes

• Clothes that are abnormally hot to the touch after drying

• Lint or debris in the dryer hose or around the outside dryer vent

• You haven’t cleaned your vent in over a year